Construction Foreman

TEP; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tower Engineering Professionals in Elgin, IL seeks a full-time Civil Construction Foreman to lead a crew on site. You will manage tower construction activities, oversee safety and reporting, and ensure quality installations across projects. Travel will be required to support assignments as needed.

The role demands strong communication, hands-on leadership, and experience with tower, steel fabrication, and antenna installations. A valid driver’s license and 4+ years in construction are required.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of construction experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record to operate a company vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day activities of a group of Tower Construction Technicians to ensure quality installation or maintenance (rigging, hoisting, landing, fastening, load-hopping).
• Manage and work on communications towers for installing, replacing, repairing structural systems, antenna installations and civil inspections.
• Analyze situations and determine appropriate actions.
• Follow instructions and complete assigned tasks.
• Recognize and mitigate safety hazards.
• Prepare closeout reports using MS Word/Excel and Adobe PDF.

Skills

Team leadership

Labor hours forecasting

Tower construction knowledge

Heavy machinery operation

Safety awareness

Verbal and written reporting

Close out reports

Communication skills

Travel readiness

4+ years experience in construction

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Heavy machinery

Job description

Civil Construction Foreman

Location: Elgin, IL

Tower Engineering Professionals is seeking a full-time Civil Construction Foreman in our Elgin, IL office. As a Civil Construction Foreman, you will serve as an integral member of our design/build team. Tower Engineering Professionals offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays, 401k with company match, and a relaxed, fun environment.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must have experience running teams of civil crews and solving team issues.
• Ability to manage and forecast labor hours for crew members to keep projects within company budget.
• Knowledge of the hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working near energized lines and equipment.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must have experience with all aspects of tower construction, steel fabrication, and antenna equipment installation.
• Ability to use and maintain hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to effectively report verbal and written reports back to manager.
• Must have experience with completing “close out” packages.
• Must maintain level of excellence in crew’s quality of work and mindset.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• 4+ years of experience in construction.
• Candidate must be comfortable with traveling and being away from your home base for periods of time as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record to operate a company vehicle
• 4+ years of Civil/Construction Experience

Essential Functions

• Manage the day-to-day activities of a group of Tower Construction Technicians ensuring that a quality installation or maintenance has been performed, including rigging, hoisting, landing, fastening, load-hopping
• Manage and work on communications towers for installing, replacing, repairing structural systems, antenna installations and civil inspections.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action
• Follow instructions accurately and complete assigned course of action
• Recognize safety hazards and perform duties in a safe manner
• Analyze field data and complete closeout reports with the use of MS Word/ Excel and Adobe PDF

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.